Assistant Project Manager
Exeter, England
South West Water – SWW - Engineering /
Permanent full-time /
On-site
At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with wildlife charities, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your previous skills and experience, in a trusted and collaborative workplace? Are you looking for a career where you will work on a variety of interesting and diverse projects to improve the quality of life for all in the South West?
We currently have an opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team based in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £32,000 - £38,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.
About the role:
As our Assistant Project Manager, you will play an important role assisting delivery of our programme commitments. You will support the delivery of projects throughout the project lifecycle from conception through to detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover across clean water and/or wastewater.
You will also aid the delivery of projects in a timely manner meeting the quality, safety and financial parameters set.
This is an exciting time to join South West Water, as we bring together the best of the best, after our Bristol Water acquisition. You will be supporting the wider Engineering Delivery teams on multiple projects and helping us to achieve our ambitious delivery plans. From working on assisting to deliver additional water sources, our commitment to reach Net Zero by 2030, as well as delivery of our WINEP Programme expansion.
You’ll be joining us as we enter a time of innovation, creativity and vision. This is a tremendous opportunity and the projects you will be working on can only add value and help preserve the future of our natural environment.
What you'll be doing:
- Assisting the team with the development and implementation of the delivery strategy for the planned capital programme.
- Supporting the development and implementation of delivery plans that are appropriately organised to delivery project objectives within defined parameters
- Promoting continuous improvement and innovation to deliver best value solutions for both the customer and the environment
- Applying commercial acumen in the management contracts to ensure value for money
- Developing strong collaborative working arrangements with the wider programme, internal and external stakeholders
- Providing end-to-end project management, working closely with Asset Management, Commercial and Procurement to scope delivery plans
What we are looking for:
- A Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience in an Assistant Project Manager or Project Coordinator role
- Experience working on projects in the Energy or Renewables industries
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
- Negotiating and influencing skills
- A strong customer focussed approach
- Verbal and written communication skills with a broad range of stakeholders
What's in it for you:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Share-save Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
- And plenty more!
Closing date: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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